Denton County Reports Fifth West Nile Virus Human Case
Denton County Public Health (DCPH) is reporting the fifth human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in Denton County this year.
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Remembering 9/11 in southern Denton County, 25 years later
A tragic terrorist attack took place in New York City on Sept. 11, 2001, but the effects were felt all across the United States, and the world. Southern Denton County will offer ample opportunities for residents to come together and remember those that lost their lives and those ...
Custom bakery and wine bar now open in Flower Mound
A custom bakery and wine bar is now serving its lineup of specialty wines and boutique cakes. Champagne and Cake is now open in Flower Mound, and the bakery/wine bar combo is inviting the community to its grand opening celebration on Saturday. It is located along FM 2499 near Chu...
Denton County Reports Fourth West Nile Virus Human Case
Denton County Public Health (DCPH) is reporting the fourth human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in Denton County this year.
Bartonville man indicted in multistate grave robbery, corpse abuse cases
The Bartonville man accused of stealing human remains from cemeteries in Texas and Oklahoma, as well as posting them online, has now been indicted. According to Denton County records, 42-year-old Michael Chadwick Fry of Bartonville was indicted on three counts of abuse of a corps...
Senior Health Fair set for Sept. 11 in Flower Mound
Southern Denton County residents age 50 and older can connect with dozens of health and wellness resources during the 2026 Senior Health Fair this Friday, Sept. 11, in Flower Mound. The Flower Mound Seniors in Motion Auxiliary will host the annual event from 9 a.m. to noon at the...
The Arts: Flower Mound’s performing arts groups enrich our community
The Town of Flower Mound provides annual funding to community support organizations that offer activities, programs and services for residents while helping make Flower Mound a great place to live and visit. Of the 21 organizations the town supports, five are dedicated to the per...
The Cross Timbers Gazette September 2026
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TxDOT expects heavy traffic through Denton over Labor Day weekend
Trying to get an end-of-the summer road trip in over the Labor Day weekend could require some extra time, especially along the main corridor through Denton County. The Texas Department of Transportation expects heavy traffic to bog down drivers Friday and even out a bit through t...
H-E-B in southwest Denton expected to open ahead of schedule
Southern Denton County can almost taste the H-E-B butter flour tortillas and brisket queso in southern Denton. H-E-B now believes its location along Robson Ranch Road at I-35W will open before the calendar hits 2027 – a little bit earlier than previously expected. The popular gro...
Athletes from Argyle, Justin make USA Baseball 18U National Team roster
A pair of baseball players from southern Denton County will soon get the chance to show their skills off on the global stage. Drake Hawpe of Argyle and Sebastian Castillo of Justin made USA Baseball’s 2026 U18 National Team roster, the organization announced Wednesday. The two wi...
Gardening: Let’s plant a fall garden!
By Jill O’Connell, Master Gardener Summer gardening in Denton County has its challenges. High temperatures, alkaline and clay soils, winter ice storms and short springs can make gardening in North Texas seem difficult. But now is the perfect time to start planning a fall garden. ...
Denton County Reports Third West Nile Virus Human Case
Denton County Public Health (DCPH) is reporting the third human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in Denton County this year.
Flower Mound event series shines a light on unique local stories
Seemingly ordinary people become main characters in their own story at an event series hosted in Flower Mound. The Chair is a free event hosted at Guitars and Growlers in Flower Mound at 7 p.m. every Monday, giving individuals a chance to share their story to an audience. Host Mi...
After decades of public service, southern Denton County’s favorite grandma isn’t done yet
For more than 30 years, Jane Nelson has helped shape Texas history from the halls of the State Capitol. She has overseen state finances, championed mental health and domestic violence legislation, protected children, modernized state government and, most recently, served as Texas...
Carter BloodCare bus plans stops in Argyle, Flower Mound for blood drives
Residents in Argyle and Flower Mound will have opportunities to donate blood in September through with community blood drives hosted by local organizations and Carter BloodCare. The first blood drive will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 2, from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Texas Health ...
The Club in the Country: Inside Flower Mound’s hidden 70-acre retreat
As residential, commercial and retail developments continue to reshape Flower Mound, a secluded 70-acre property in the heart of town has remained remarkably unchanged for more than 70 years — and its owners intend to keep it that way. Tucked along the shores of Grapevine Lake, t...
Flower Mound High wrestler makes podium at U17 World Championships
A wrestling star from Flower Mound continues to make a name for herself on the world stage. Aisha Williams Bautista took home bronze at the U17 World Wrestling Championships hosted at the end of July and early August in Baku, Azerbaijan. The Flower Mound native represented her ho...
Permanent Denton County Boys & Girls Club facility now open in Lewisville
Denton County is ready for its very own Boys & Girls Club facility, and the club opened in grand fashion. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County celebrated the grand opening of its new Denton County facility in Lewisville with an open house Friday morning. It is the fir...
Denton County Schedules Ground Fogging in Response to Positive WNV Mosquito Trap
Denton County Public Health (DCPH) is reporting one positive West Nile Virus (WNV) mosquito trap in unincorporated Denton County. The positive mosquito trap is located in the unincorporated area west of Sanger....
Longtime Flower Mound resident receives rare 5-organ, life-saving transplant
A longtime Flower Mound resident has been on one of the longest waiting lists for one of the rarest surgical procedures, and now she is on the long road to recovery. Emily Klamkin, now 39 years old, has been fighting for her life for a while. After seven years, at 9:40 p.m. on Me...
Community rallies after passing of former Flower Mound, Hebron basketball coach
The community is coming together after learning of the passing of former Flower Mound basketball coach Byron Dixon. A donation and meal train page was set up to support the family of the coach, who died in the evening of Thursday, Aug. 6. “During this season of profound grief, le...
Carter BloodCare to host blood drives in Argyle
Southern Denton County residents will have two opportunities in August to donate blood and help patients across North Texas. Carter BloodCare will host two community blood drives in Argyle throughout the month of August. The first drive will take place Sunday, Aug. 16, from 7:45 ...
Eads: Budget and awards season in Denton County
Recognizing the growing need for mental health services in Denton County, we’re partnering with Denton County Behavioral Health, Denton County Housing and Homelessness, and the United Way of Denton County to explore a Mental Health and Diversion Center pilot. The program would gi...
Beauty, wellness and hair loss treatment spa coming to Highland Village
A new place to rest, relax and beautify is expanding into southern Denton County. Aoki Head Spa and Skin plans to open a new location in Highland Village at 2300 Highland Village Road, according to a filing with the state submitted Tuesday. Work is expected to start in September ...
Denton County Schedules Ground Fogging in Response to Two Positive WNV Mosquito Traps
Denton County Public Health (DCPH) is reporting two positive West Nile Virus (WNV) mosquito traps in unincorporated Denton County.
Jack Marcus Wright
Jack Marcus Wright, M.D., of Flower Mound, Texas, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the age of 69. Jack was born on January 18, 1957, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. He is survived by his wife, Robin Renee Wright; his stepdaughter, Devin Smith and her children Gage and Kyle Roepk...
The Cross Timbers Gazette August 2026
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Town Council Work Session
Event date: August 13, 2026 Event Time: 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM Location: 2121 Cross Timbers Drive Flower Mound, TX 75082
Southern Denton County volleyball teams set for success this season
Hall of fame volleyball coach Carl McGown once said, “A volleyball game is like chopping down a tree. You don’t win with one big swing of the ax. You win with lots and lots of good swings of the ax.” As the 2026 season approaches, players from around the region are gearing up for...
Hotter, drier July pushes Denton County rainfall deficit higher
After a nearly normal June, July returned to the familiar pattern of hotter- and drier-than-normal weather across Denton County. By the numbers, the average high temperature in July was 98 degrees, more than 2 degrees above the normal high of 95.7 degrees. The average low was 76,...
Strength is the New Medicine: How 20 minutes twice a week can help you live better
For many adults, finding time to exercise feels like one more challenge in an already packed schedule. Between careers, family commitments, and daily responsibilities, spending hours at the gym often isn’t realistic. That’s the philosophy behind MaxStrength Fitness in Flower Moun...
Anita R. Schjerven
Anita R. Schjerven of Flower Mound passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026, at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Denton. Anita was born on August 28, 1944, in Tomah, Wisconsin to the late George and Margaret Semann. She was the oldest of seven siblings and grew up on a dairy far...
Second human case of West Nile Virus confirmed in Denton County
Denton County has confirmed the county’s second human case of West Nile virus this year. A resident of The Colony was diagnosed with West Nile Virus Neuroinvasive Disease, DCPH announced Thursday evening. “West Nile Virus is most commonly spread through the bite of an infected mo...